2301 stories by Erik Gibbs
Boxer Confuses Fans and Sports Bettors by Giving Up as Fight Began
It should have been just like any other boxing match, but one fighter threw a right hook into the whole affair. The bout last Friday between Newfel Ouatah and Simon Kean will have fans and sports bettors talking for decades. Ouatah, a...
Spain’s Q2 Gaming Revenue Dips as Gambling Reform Approaches
Spain’s gaming industry has been strong, but is slipping this year. After a slow first quarter, the second quarter also delivered year-on-year declines. Q1 of 2022 brought a 14.83% year-on-year drop in gross gaming revenue (GGR), with its take of €204.4 million...
Online Gambling Not Important in Singapore, According to YouGov Survey
The benefits of online gambling haven't registered with people living in Singapore. That's according to a study YouGov released this week that found the majority of Singaporeans don’t believe it should be a legal activity. The UK-based research and analytics company’s report,...
Imperial Palace Asset Auction Moves Forward in Saipan, CCC Wants Major Role
An auction of Imperial Palace assets could soon move forward after months of delays. If the Saipan casino is going to part ways with its gaming equipment and fixtures, the Commonwealth Casino Commission (CCC) wants to be a part of that action....
Star Entertainment Suspends Trading Amid Rumor of Impending License Suspension
Star Entertainment continues to face heightened scrutiny in Australia after admitting it failed to follow the rules. New South Wales (NSW) is close to wrapping up its inquiry, but the fallout is already hitting, as Star suspended trading its shares. The casino...
Qatar 2022 World Cup Has Sportsbooks Scrambling to Attract Customers
The most anticipated soccer event for fans and bettors is getting closer. The 2022 World Cup in Qatar is approaching quickly, and sports gambling operators are offering better and new experiences to their users. The NFL always means big money for sportsbooks,...
New Zealand Lottery Faces Mounting Pressure Over Children Buying Tickets
Officials in New Zealand are coming under scrutiny amid charges they're not doing enough to keep minors from buying lottery products despite increasing global concern about responsible gaming. Children as young as seven can buy lottery tickets in New Zealand. Keno, Bullseye,...
NFL Monday Night to Determine if Sportsbooks Continue Week 1 Win
For some fans and sports bettors, the NFL's Week 1 games haven't delivered the expected results. However, the sportsbooks aren't complaining. Week 1 is almost complete, with one more game tonight. Sunday's card was full of surprises as teams took the field...
Australia Investigating Entain Over Possible Anti-Money Laundering Failures
Global gaming giant Entain recently found itself facing a record £17 million (US$21 million) fine in the UK for anti-money laundering (AML) failures. It’s now looking at the possibility of a similar penalty in Australia. The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre...
NFL Week 1 Action Continues Sunday With Full Slate of Games
The LA Rams and Buffalo Bills got the new NFL season started, and it's now time for other teams to carry the ball. Sunday's Week 1 lineup includes plenty of great action. But two games stand out. There will be 14 games...
